Show us your cross bike...

[aballas]

just finished it... :) 1999 Surly crosscheck frame courtesy of BF member Jasonguard

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j33/aballas/P9170001.jpg

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[exfreewheeler]

That Surly is my favorite CX on here so far.

That's Sweet!

[profile]

Pish posh.

At least go to a local race and watch the C's before deciding. If you race and get your ass kicked, it will be good motivation for off-season training.Go to some spinning classes. Sounds a bit cheesy, but IMO is a great way to get into decent cycling shape. Also look for a local group ride that matches (or slightly exceeds) your level of fitness. Cyclocross-specific: get good at running. Also, get good at dismounting, carrying, and remounting the bike. Velonews currently has "cyclocross clinic" videos on its website. Watch them. And then go to the local park and practice those dismounts and remounts. I would use a cheap-o saddle for the CX practice and racing, because you'll probably bend the seat rails from not-so-elegant remounts.

Great advice! Yeah, I'm definitely going to go see some races for sure and now I think I'll sign up. It'll be fun if anything. Thanks again for the awesome advice!

[ekimyel]

aballas, love your bike!

[CF4L]

Can we expect to see this beauty at nycross events this season? Great build!

indeed. the plan is to try my hand at actual cross racing and see what I can do at the nycross events. Feel free to say hi if you see the bike.

[synergy]

2008 Felt F1X

http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/6333/182.jpg http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/9803/180.jpg

[CrimsonKarter21]

My first cross bike, hopefully next season it'll be replaced with either a Giant TCX, Surly Crosscheck or something from Salsa, since I get the EP from them.

Until then, I've got a Fuji Cross lent to me by my coach. I replaced the wheels, bars, levers, post and seat with loose stuff in my basement. Hopefully the Xero XR1's will handle the Hell they'll be put through. The bars are complete overkill; Nitto NJS 39cm track bars. Dia-Compe levers, carbon wrapped Cannondale post, ASPide seat. FSA Team Carbon cranks. The frame is made with Columbus Genius steel tubing. The tires are Ritchey Cross somthing's that look like dry-dirt tires. It's still waiting for a shorter stem, Crank Bros Eggbeaters, and a full fit adjustment.
http://img114.imageshack.us/img114/8268/hondafuji027ik2.jpg

[grahny]

^ have you tried dismounts/mounts with those track bars on there yet? Just seems like they would add an unwanted degree of difficulty.

I like the frame though.

[CrimsonKarter21]

^ have you tried dismounts/mounts with those track bars on there yet? Just seems like they would add an unwanted degree of difficulty.

I like the frame though.
Besides the extreme angle, what's the problem? The angle isn't going to stay like that, they'll be moved up and so will the brake levers.

[grahny]

Besides the extreme angle, what's the problem? The angle isn't going to stay like that, they'll be moved up and so will the brake levers.

Just the angle... didn't realize you were changing it.

[recneps]

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g231/ltldevil/attachment-2.php.jpg


I really want to reach my hand into this photo with a 4mm allen key and fix your bike.

[darksmaster923]

you guys got some seriouslly nice bikes......I WANT!!!

[ryand]

http://velospace.org/files/07tcx-3qview.jpg

http://velospace.org/files/07tcx-drivetrain.jpg

http://velospace.org/files/07tcx-fullfront.jpg

edit: I took off the front der. and put a 44t ring in the front.
details on velospace (http://velospace.org/node/4841)

[Re-Cycle]

how much does it weigh now without front der and chainring? 44t is probably great for everything but the nuttiest climbs. Nice dirt drops to.

[ryand]

I haven't weighed it actually.

And it wasn't weight, but rather gearing, that caused the switch. 50 / 34 in the front I couldn't really find a comfortable gear. So I started talking about switching. Talking to the shop manager about it and he said to try one ring in the front and it will help with the der. not getting clogged with mud.

So far I like it. Maybe I'll get the weight checked soon.

[Fontosaurus]

Click for Enlarged View (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fontosaurus/1448149191/)

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1163/1448149191_126e12e5b7_b.jpg

Salsa Las Cruces frameset (scandium frame, carbon fork)
Chris King headset
Ultegra drivetrain
FSA MegaExo Team Issue Carbon Compact crank (50-34)
DT Swiss RR 1.2 rims, 3-cross laced with DT Swiss Supercomp III triple-butted spokes, to Chris King Classic Hubs
Salsa leather chainstay protector for that extra touch of classhttp://farm2.static.flickr.com/1025/1448149207_9a3c70a687_b.jpg

[somnambulant]

Nice build Fontasaurus.. lovely wheels!

On another note, hopefully I'll have my own bike to post here in the next couple of weeks. I just got my LBS to order in the last remaining drivetrain bits last night. Woot!

[dubstylee]

http://marionh.googlepages.com/LeMond1.jpg

My 1x8 LeMond 'cross rig.


Frameset: Reynolds 853 2002 LeMond Poprad, cro-mo fork
Wheelset: Reynolds Alta Race, Reynolds hubs
Tires: Kenda Kross 35s
Front Drivetrain: 42T Ultegra ring up on inside, Salsa Crossing Guard on outside, Deda Dog Fang on frame
Rear Drivetrain: SRAM 11-28 cassette, Shimano Sora 8-speed rear derailer, Shimano Sora shifter
Bars: Salsa Bell Lap Cyclocross
Brakes: Avid Shorty 4 cantis
Crankset: Shimano Sora 175 (Dura Ace 172.5s not on yet, need a narrower BB for chainline)
Pedals: Eggbeaters
Saddle/Post: Stock from Raleigh Rush Hour

[billh]

My first cross bike, hopefully next season it'll be replaced with either a Giant TCX, Surly Crosscheck or something from Salsa, since I get the EP from them.

Until then, I've got a Fuji Cross lent to me by my coach. I replaced the wheels, bars, levers, post and seat with loose stuff in my basement. Hopefully the Xero XR1's will handle the Hell they'll be put through. The bars are complete overkill; Nitto NJS 39cm track bars. Dia-Compe levers, carbon wrapped Cannondale post, ASPide seat. FSA Team Carbon cranks. The frame is made with Columbus Genius steel tubing. The tires are Ritchey Cross somthing's that look like dry-dirt tires. It's still waiting for a shorter stem, Crank Bros Eggbeaters, and a full fit adjustment.
http://img114.imageshack.us/img114/8268/hondafuji027ik2.jpg

Is there any benefit to the long cage rear der?

[DasProfezzional]

Is there any benefit to the long cage rear der?

He's got a pretty big range of gears back there, so he might actually need it (I'm not sure.) If he could use either or, though, then no.

As for that, and pretty much all of the bikes on this page...DO WANT. Track bars are still a bit of a "huh?" but whatever floats your boat.

[MIN]

Whoot.

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e211/gbae007/stock_poprad.jpg

[jasonguard]

This Nashbar X frame will soon have a Nashbar carbon cross fork (Winwood knockoff). I've got a wheelset with knobbies in the garage, but since I use this to commute to work, I keep road tires on it. My LBS says that my old RSX STI shifters are on their last legs. Don't wanna spend more than $80 upgrading. Probably not realistic, huh?

The X frame is a perfect fit for me. I replaced my old blue 54cm Surly Cross Check frame (sold to aballas and posted here in late September). Anyhow, I like this thing not being too flashy.

[deanathin]

The first one is a 53cm 2007 Felt F1X and if you look closely the chain is hanging loosely and there isnt a rear dérailleur. I broke that in winter park doing cyclocross and the ultegra shortcage is sitting on the back fork and seems to not be working right. The second one is an old 1990's? salsa cyclorcross frame with rolf vector comp wheels and a carbon fork. Theres no front dérailleur and its a very nice bike (its a 54cm). The last one is the frame i used last year for cyclocross. I just recently made it into a single speed. Its a 2006 50cm redline conquest sport frame. the brake levers a re incredibly old not exactly sure how much but its a sweet ride. Enjoy! :D

[PDXJeff]

deanathin,
I love that steel Salsa.

[lordconqueror]

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2605000-2605999/2605820_3_full.jpg

Scattante XRL Cross

[Cyclon]

My new Bianchi Volpe
http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/3249/b01tr6.jpg

http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/6492/b02ku6.jpg

[livewirerc]

Here's my IRO Rob Roy, currently set up with a 44/40 up front and a 17/21 surly dinglecog on the fixed side with a 17/19 white industries dos eno freewheel on the other. Gives me a couple gears to play with. Haven't done any CX racing on it yet (will be freewheeling when I do) but I love tearing around the local trails and this thing makes mincemeat of my 16.5 mile commute. I'm swapping out the frame for a 56cm green one via the group buy, but all the parts are staying.

http://www.dailyabortion.com/pictures/irorobroyoutside.jpg

[cnickgo]

Very nice! Your making me jealous... I want my frame already! What kind of hills do you have around you and what bars are those?

[bward1028]

cross post from SSFG
My new 'cross toy.
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color-matching isn't usually my thing, but this worked out kind of by accident.

[Sawtooth]

Here's my IRO Rob Roy, currently set up with a 44/40 up front and a 17/21 surly dinglecog on the fixed side with a 17/19 white industries dos eno freewheel on the other. Gives me a couple gears to play with. Haven't done any CX racing on it yet (will be freewheeling when I do) but I love tearing around the local trails and this thing makes mincemeat of my 16.5 mile commute. I'm swapping out the frame for a 56cm green one via the group buy, but all the parts are staying.

http://www.dailyabortion.com/pictures/irorobroyoutside.jpg

What are you doing with the old frame?

[jasonguard]

http://www.4freeimagehost.com/resized/PUSHcaf2cf487c53.jpg (http://www.4freeimagehost.com/show.php?i=PUSHcaf2cf487c53.jpg)

I'm all done "improving on" this bike. I hope it doesn't bring the caliber of this thread down too much. It's kind of a commuter anyhow and I don't put on the knobbies too often unless I'm gonna hit the trails. The Nashbar carbon cross fork is finally on, same with the in-line brakes (after a little debacle). What do you all think? The ride is very smooth, despite the aluminum and the Nashbar brand name. I spent about $200 on the frame/fork and got about that for the old Surly frame that was too big for me. Seriously, no complaints just yet. Just a need for a new set of brifters (holla if you know of any for cheap). The camo tape is also from Nashbar. Not sure how long I'll keep that look, but I think it's fun for the time being.

http://www.4freeimagehost.com/resized/PUSH09a8e33c79d2.jpg (http://www.4freeimagehost.com/show.php?i=PUSH09a8e33c79d2.jpg)

[sfcrossrider]

cross post from SSFG


OH MY GOD YOUR BIKE IS SOOOOOO SICK!!! :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

[~stella]

Here's my IRO Rob Roy, currently set up with a 44/40 up front and a 17/21 surly dinglecog on the fixed side with a 17/19 white industries dos eno freewheel on the other. Gives me a couple gears to play with. Haven't done any CX racing on it yet (will be freewheeling when I do) but I love tearing around the local trails and this thing makes mincemeat of my 16.5 mile commute. I'm swapping out the frame for a 56cm green one via the group buy, but all the parts are staying.

http://www.dailyabortion.com/pictures/irorobroyoutside.jpg

Wonderful looking bike! I've been considering a Rob Roy as a single speed cross bike, just out of curiosity what size is that?

[shapelike]

I don't have a pic of just the bike, unfortunately. Here's the bike with its sub-standard rider at last weekend's race.

2006 Devinci Tosca ... changes made are:
- Ritchey Pro Biomax bars
- Ritchey Pro stem
- Selle Italia SLR knock-off saddle (horrible)
- FSA Gossamer cranks (50/34, soon to be 46/34)
- Crank Brothers Eggbeater SL pedals

The frame fits me pretty well and I love that it's Canadian made (entirely, even the tubeset is made in Canada) plus the lifetime warranty is a bonus.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2098/1781621245_19a52d870b.jpg

[Lost again]

Still a work in progress....

[M_S]

Here's the 2007 K2 Enemy I just picked up Wednesday :D. Sorry for the crappy cell pic but for now that's all I have.

The bike in the picture is stock but I've since put on my Selle San Marco which seems to be a hapy medium between super soft mountain bike saddles (the stock WTB felt awful) and really hard road saddles, which I don't like for extended periods off-road (their fine for the pavement though). Also, I'm a little nervous about the carbon seatpost, so I may pick up an aluminum one just for the peace of mind. I'm not anti carbon and I only weight about 150 pounds clothed, it's just that I want something realy solid what with my hard and sloppy remounts. I'm too much of a noob for the couple of grams added to make much of a difference. ;)

I also decided to give the eggbeater c's a try before I swapped on my normal shimano SPDs... and boy are they smooooooth. Also, the spds are almost scarily hard to disengage sometimes when it's really muddy, hopefully the eggbeaters will be better. The only thing I don't like about the pedals is the enormous amount of float. A little is fine, but it feels like I have to twist my foot really far out in order to disengage. Maybe I'll get used to it, but does anybody use the road cleats instead of the mountain ones? Any appreciable difference between the two?

The bike is full Tiagra which is fine for me. As stuff wears out I'l probably just replace it with 105. Honestly though, the Tiagra feels surprisingly smooth.

The gearing is also kind of road oriented, with a 50/38 and a 12-26. For racing I think I'll get a 48 toth ring, though I like the 38. Anyhting smaller than that and I feel like I'd be switching back and forth from the big to small ring too often.

The switch to STI also feels great. I seem to be shifting a lot more than I did with my bar ends, which I like, but they have their limitations. I imagine this advantage wil be even more pronounced in a race.


http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/9557/k21eu0.jpg

Also, the handling feels really, really god, nice and quick. Of course my only frame of reference is the touring bike I was using before, but still, I'm very happy to have a "real" cross bike.

[deanathin]

my cyclocross bike is pretty bad ass even though in this picture you cant see the new salsa chainguard i have just bought. this is just my back up bike in a race becuase i usually ride on a F1X which is a team bike. the frame is steel and its about 14 years old and has ultegra in the back with a ultegra and 600 shifter

[deanathin]

poo i forgot the picture

[somnambulant]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2385/1794476334_9496d7938d.jpg
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[shapelike]

Thank you for finally taking pics before it gets trashed. :)

[somnambulant]

hahaha.. those last couple are ones I took the night I picked it up, so it's still totally pristine. I wish my chainstay was still that fresh and clean.. :P I should have put a protector dingdong on there right away. oh wells!

[tdblanchard]

http://www.superflydisco.com/bike/DSCN4387.jpg
That's right...studded tires baby!!!

[i_r_beej]

Nice to see "alt bars" making a good showing.

Here's my ride:
http://home.comcast.net/~rbjcats/bikes/lemond-poprad-06.jpg

Pretty much standard LeMond spec-- 105 changers, SRAM cassette and chain, Bonty crank. Tossed the stock VP HS with a lovely green Chris King. Replaced the plastic DT cable stops with Shimano stops. Avid Shorty canti's work quite well, thankyouverymuch, Kool-Stop pads upgraded the braking performance tremendously and eliminated much of the cantilever squeal. A Chris Kelly rear brake cable hanger sorts out a fubar'd factory setup that wasn't helped by the short aftermarket Tektro and Dia-Compe hanger. At 50mm long, it allows enough room to straighten out the sharp curves of the brake cable. It's little things like this that tend to get overlooked. The tires are the amazing Maxxis Larsen Mimo CX. These things hook up in the mud like crazy. I just can't believe how well they've worked! Topping everything off is the incomparable Midge bar by On-One.

[M_S]

Is that a powermeter up there on the bars? :D

[KRhea]

MountainCycle...prior to install of cross rubber
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v66/KRhea/Bikes/IMG_0437.jpg

[i_r_beej]

Nice MC... more pics please!

[Vespa]

http://picasaweb.google.com/graham.isenegger/NewAlbum1011071258/photo#5131319376240882306

Surly CC with Campy Mirage set-up

[sfcrossrider]

http://www.superflydisco.com/bike/DSCN4387.jpg
That's right...studded tires baby!!!

That is a great looking AXIS. The Thomson stem and post, and campy parts make it.

[truvaine]

pretty much brand new,

and for sale!!
2006 Redline Conquest, 55/56cm

bills come first..plus i am not racing as much as i'd like, so therefore i'll go back to my '84 Trek 410Touring for cx riding.

http://cassbarbour.com/keanan/cx/redline/S7300220.jpg
http://cassbarbour.com/keanan/cx/redline/S7300223.jpg

[IchbinJay]

pretty much brand new,

and for sale!!
2006 Redline Conquest, 55/56cm

bills come first..plus i am not racing as much as i'd like, so therefore i'll go back to my '84 Trek 410Touring for cx riding.

http://cassbarbour.com/keanan/cx/redline/S7300220.jpg
http://cassbarbour.com/keanan/cx/redline/S7300223.jpg

That's a nice ride, so are you selling it? Any pics of the Trek?